Category: Inspire

Inspirational & Devotional Thoughts and Resources

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Watch and Share the Story

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Watch “The Story” The Story presents the amazing account of God’s creation, man’s disobedience, God’s rescue plan, and ultimately the total restoration of His creation. Learn more at https://TheStoryFilm.com Watch “The StoryMaker” kids short film The Story Maker animated children’s film is a Spread Truth project aimed at helping children understand the metanarrative of Scripture. It’s also the first of its kind to help children share the Gospel story with their friends and family. This short film will help children engage and share the story of the Bible and Jesus, the rescuer. Learn more at: http://thestorymaker.com Continue reading Watch and Share the Story

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Listen to Five Things I know about People – John Maxwell

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This is the best John C. Maxwell audio I have ever heard. It reveals what young John Maxwell was like as a pastor before he focused his energy on world-wide leadership training. I have repeatedly been blessed by what he shares on this audio and it is very entertaining. What’s the best way to reach people for Christ? Is there a formula or a special plan to impact the world for God? Pastor Maxwell shares five people principles to illustrate what happens when we demonstrate genuine love and affirmation toward others. Best-selling author John Maxwell shares five “people principles” which … Continue reading Listen to Five Things I know about People – John Maxwell

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Press Onward Christian Soldier *

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It’s Memorial Day weekend – a time to remember those who have given their lives fighting for our peace and freedom. The Bible says that Christians are to be like soldiers to accomplish Jesus our commander’s mission. We protect and fight with His power, armor and weapons. We sacrifice the temporary things of this world and may even give our lives in the battle but there are eternal rewards given to the faithful. Listen and be encouraged to keep pushing onward Christian soldier! Pastor Chris Teien(*one of the most played episodes) Continue reading Press Onward Christian Soldier *

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Share your God-given wisdom and life experiences with someone

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Recently I shared how other people can encourage, inspire and speak wisdom from the Lord into your life just like the Apostle Paul did in the short visit he had with the Thessalonians before he was chased out of town. Pastor Peter West went to be with Jesus in 2011 but we used to go to lunch once a month while I was volunteering in ministry and going to Bible college. The words he spoke into my life in those lunch meetings helped me choose right paths and make wise choices. He was retired from ministry after losing his preaching … Continue reading Share your God-given wisdom and life experiences with someone

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Printable Bible Lessons for Kids and Teens from Teach Sunday School

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Teaching the Bible Should be a JOY… Not a CHORE Discover Hundreds of Printable Bible Lesson Plans & Activities That Make God’s Word Come Alive for Kids How We Equip You for Success:  1 EASY FOR YOUOur materials are printable and can be in your hands in a matter of minutes.We have hundreds of printable Bible lessons, games, crafts, & worksheets on virtually every topic from both the Old & New Testaments.  2 FUN FOR THE KIDSBible lessons should fun, interesting, & relevant. (never boring)Learning about God’s Word should be a highlight of a child’s week.  If a lesson doesn’t pass the “kid test”, we don’t … Continue reading Printable Bible Lessons for Kids and Teens from Teach Sunday School

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He is Risen: Come, See, Go, Tell! *

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Be encouraged to Come See and Go Tell this timeless truth we proclaimed on Easter Sunday from Matthew 28:6-7 (NLT): “He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead, just as he said would happen. Come, see where his body was lying. And now, go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and he is going ahead of you to Galilee. You will see him there. Remember what I have told you.” (* One of the most played episodes) Continue reading He is Risen: Come, See, Go, Tell! *

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Did you Mess Up? It’s Time to Restart *

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Have you ever played a video game and when things weren’t working out as you hoped you just hit the RESTART button and tried again? Did you know Jesus made it possible for us to get a new start in life? Did you know that living the Christian life is hard but when you mess up you can get a restart? No matter how big of a mess you or your friends life is right now it’s not over yet but maybe time to hit the restart button. Be encouraged to start again and be equipped to help others start … Continue reading Did you Mess Up? It’s Time to Restart *

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Listen to “Trusting When You Can’t See Your Miracle”

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Message includes Mike Jacobs story. In the Gospel of John Jesus second miracle is healing the royal official’s son from a distance (John 4:43-54) and is a great lesson in true faith. River Rock Church was blessed by the life of one of our members Mike Jacobs who went home to be with Jesus and part of his life and faith story is also part of this encouraging message. #teamjacobs #cancersucks  Pastor Chris Teien, Joe Aldrich, Dan Jetto Continue reading Listen to “Trusting When You Can’t See Your Miracle”

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Powerful Christian Faith Videos from Wakeboarders, Snowboarders, Skateboarders, Surfers and more

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Looking for something inspirational and entertaining to watch – you might enjoy the “thisizmystory” youtube channel Click Here  “This iz my story is a Christian ministry that wants the world to see the change that Jesus Christ has made in … Continue reading Powerful Christian Faith Videos from Wakeboarders, Snowboarders, Skateboarders, Surfers and more

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Who was Jonathan Carver?

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As I was riding my bike along Jonathan Carver Parkway I started to wonder who was Jonathan Carver and why did they name this road after him? “Jonathan Carver Parkway” goes North from Jordan, MN through Carver, MN up to the newly expanded Highway 212 and to the new Fleet Farm Store. The first report I ever had to do for school was on George Washington Carver – was he related?  Turns out he was an explorer and map maker and was in the same area I was riding my bike in almost 250 years ago. Continue reading “Who was Jonathan Carver?”